MISTRESS

Mistress

A mistress is a long-term female lover and companion who is not married to her partner; the term is used especially when her partner is married. The relationship generally is stable and at least semi-permanent; however, the couple does not live together openly. Also the relationship is usually, but not always, secret. There is an implication that a mistress may be "kept"—i.e., that the lover is paying for some of the woman's living expenses.

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mistress

Noun

  1. A woman, specifically one with great control, authority or ownership.
  2. A female teacher.
  3. A female partner in an extramarital relationship, generally including sexual relations.
  4. A dominatrix.
  5. A woman well skilled in anything, or having the mastery over it.
  6. A woman regarded with love and devotion; a sweetheart.
  7. A married woman; a wife.
  8. The jack in the game of bowls.


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